ASRock ATX DDR3 1333 LGA 1150 Motherboards FATAL1TY H97 Performance
Bottom line: The ASRock ATX DDR3 1333 LGA 1150 Motherboards FATAL1TY H97 Performance is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Supports the 5th/ New 4th/ 4th Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
ASRock FATAL1TY H97 PERFORMANCE LGA1150/ Intel H97/ DDR3/ Quad CrossFireX/ SATA3&USB3.0/ A&GbE/ ATX Motherboard
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ASRock ATX DDR3 1333 LGA 1150 Motherboards FATAL1TY H97 Performance using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro motherboards category. ASRock's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Supports the 5th/ New 4th/ 4th Generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors
- Memory: 4x DDR3-1600/ 1333/ 1066 DIMM Slots, Dual Channel, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Max Capacity of 32GB
- Multi-Graphics: Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX and CrossFireX Technology
- SATA: 6x SATA3 Ports, Support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
- Ports: 6x USB 3.0 Ports (4 rear, 2 via header), 8x USB 2.0 Ports (3 rear, 4 via headers, 1 Fatal1ty Mouse Port), 1x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port, 1x VGA Port, 1x DVI-D Port, 1x HDMI Port, 1x Optical SPDIF Out, 1x RJ45 LAN Port, Audio I/O Jacks
Full Specifications
| SATA | 6x SATA3 Ports, Support RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 |
|---|---|
| Brand | ASRock |
| Memory | 4x DDR3-1600/ 1333/ 1066 DIMM Slots, Dual Channel, Non-ECC, Unbuffered, Max Capacity of 32GB |
| USB 2.0 | 3 |
| Platform | Windows, Windows 7, Windows 8 |
| CPU Model | Pentium |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Model Name | FATAL1TY H97 Performance |
| Chipset Type | Intel H97 |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | 90-MXGTU0-A0UAYZ |
| Multi-Graphics | Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX and CrossFireX Technology |
| Mfr Part Number | FATAL1TY H97 PERFORMANCE |
| Number of Ports | 20 |
| Total Usb Ports | 9 |
| Item Part Number | H97PERFORMANCE |
| Processor Socket | LGA 1150 |
| Total PCIe Ports | 7 |
| Total SATA Ports | 6 |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
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